Lake View, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Dillon County County
Lake View, SC
At a Glance
How Lake View Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake View's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake View a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake View residents earn a median household income of $31,033 , which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,939. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 531 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake View is $80,000 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $169,967. Median rent is $703/month, with 21.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Lake View reports 132 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,583/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Lake View hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake View has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches.